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I'm putting in a w8-18 steel beam next to the 2x8 3ply fir

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hi there I'm putting in a w8-18 steel beam next to the 2x8 3ply fir beam how far can I span with no centre support joists are 2x8 16"centre center of spam is 12 feet

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I’d like to point out that a Professional Engineer’s standard of care typically includes a site visit to assess field conditions and get an overall understanding of the structure. This can obviously not be accomplished through the internet. The information provided here is meant for planning purposes only (general sizing and budgeting) and is based on the information provided by you. All loading cases considered are for vertical loads only, no lateral analysis has been completed. The information should be verified by a professional engineer who can visit the site to ensure that potentially important information has not been overlooked or omitted.

This is assuming that your beam carried to load from the 1st floor joists and your ceiling joists. I ASSUMED THAT NO ROOF?SNOW LOAD WILL BE CARRIED BY THIS PROPOSED BEAM.

You will need to have a local engineer detail your connections, size your support columns, and determine foundation requirements.

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